Palin To Stump For Chambliss On Eve Of Runoff
The Georgia senate runoff has featured appearances by political heavyweights from both sides of the aisle (even President-elect Obama cut a radio ad for Democrat Jim Martin). Now, the big GOP gun is coming out as Alaska Governor Sarah Palin is set to join incumbent Republican Saxby Chambliss for a series of rallies across the state next Monday, a day before the runoff election.
That Palin will be in the state so close to the vote is a statement about her new role in the party. Because runoff elections tends to be “base” elections, Chambliss is looking to energize conservatives in the state for the runoff and Palin’s presence is more evidence of her appeal to them. Other potential 2012 presidential candidates like Mike Huckabee, Mitt Romney and Rudy Giuliani either have or plan to appear for Chambliss but Palin appears to be getting the job as the closer.
The race could give Democrats a 60-seat majority in the Senate depending on what happens in the Minnesota recount and saving the seat would be a rare victory for the GOP in the current environment. Palin could certainly get some credit as well. But Democrats retain hopes for taking the seat, as the Politico reports.
That Palin will be in the state so close to the vote is a statement about her new role in the party. Because runoff elections tends to be “base” elections, Chambliss is looking to energize conservatives in the state for the runoff and Palin’s presence is more evidence of her appeal to them. Other potential 2012 presidential candidates like Mike Huckabee, Mitt Romney and Rudy Giuliani either have or plan to appear for Chambliss but Palin appears to be getting the job as the closer.
The race could give Democrats a 60-seat majority in the Senate depending on what happens in the Minnesota recount and saving the seat would be a rare victory for the GOP in the current environment. Palin could certainly get some credit as well. But Democrats retain hopes for taking the seat, as the Politico reports.
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This is the kind of arrogance I really hate. You don''t understand because you don''t want to. If you were truly ''educated'' you''d be able to see shades of grey, not just black and white. From someone who has lived in small and large cities and grew up in a very rural area, I can assure you that you are not so difficult to understand. You may choose a simple life (and certainly a simple life view), but you don ''t get off the hook from someone pressing you on your opinions just by saying "You don''t understand."
The woman likes to kill. You can see it in her psychological profile. Why do you think the turkey slaughtering in the background went right over her head? She actually called the whole thing fun.
Since she wants to come to Georgia, let her come and kill a few rattlesnakes instead of campaigning for one.
I do understand the rural and small town people in Georgia. I grew up that way. I understand you people better than you understand yourselves, and so do the ultra-wealthy MEN running the Republican party. That is why all y''all are so easily manipulated.
Posted by carlyonsue at 01:57 AM : Nov 27, 2008
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Funny, I haven''t heard of anyone eating Polar bear, but they are nearing extinction. Is that why Palin wants them removed from the protected species list? And the random slaughter of wolves from helicopters is just plain sick: over 800 so far this year, not counting the orphaned pups that are sure to die, or the wounded left to die in agony. And who is eating the wall trophies of bear heads or the bear rugs like the ones in Palin''s office.
You fail to recognise that human beings are also part of the animal world. And while it is important to be aware of the need for a food supply for human presumption, this need is not met by the random shootings that result in death but provide nothing for humans to eat. And lastly, I don''t think anyone is skinning, cleaning and cooking Polar bears in order to eat.
Unbelievable that the good people of Georgia have to listen to a 5 star idiot at this time. The Republicians could not stoop lower than to support this charade. If she can get votes for them then they deserve Mr. Chambliss. The State of Georgia should be held accountable by the Senate in D.C. if they blow their chance to have some positive input into how this country conducts it''s affairs. Listening to devisive idiots, promoting unrest, and voting like robots should not be rewarded.
Posted by carlyonsue at 11:15 PM : Nov 26, 2008
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I''m sorry that both you and Sarah Palin relegate animals to such a low stature. Palin voted to remove the Polar bear from the endangered species list. I seriously doubt she can clam they make any threat to the human food chain. They generally avoid humans whenever possible. And leaving wounded animals to writhe in pain is intolerable. To kill little pups that do not pose a threat to anyone is beyond comprehension. But the fact that Ms Palin takes such satisfaction in killing is repugnant to the sensibilities of most people. When she kills for trophies to mount on her walls is sickening. I think she should consult her witch doctor about the error of her ways. I find her ignorant as well as repulsive, and I don''t know how you determined that her "sanctity of life" that she trumpets only applies to animals. Are you a mind reader? If so, I''m afraid she gives you very little to read.
Posted by carlyonsue at 03:08 PM : Nov 26, 2008
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An insignificant number of cattle are raised in Alaska. There are only 100 grazing days because of the weather. Most of the cows in Alaska are feral; most of the cows raised for beef are raised in the Aleutian and Kodiak islands, nowhere near population centers. And, in my mind, the slaughter of so many wolves, bears and other animals is not justified by the small number of cattle brought to market.
As for me sitting down to a steak dinner, it''s a sacrifice I''d be willing to make.
Again, so much for the sanctity of life that Palin trumpets so loudly. To me, shooting animals, whatever breed, and leaving many wounded and dying is not my idea of "sanctity of life" this woman has talked about. I''m sure that bear rug in her office was not an example of a threat to farmers, more of a trophy for her boundless ego than anything else.
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Sad, isn''t it? I just went through some small towns in the US and saw "Palin ''12" bumper stickers. You''ve GOT to be kidding me.
Obama''s interviews were generally intelligent and thoughtful even on tough issues as compared to Palin''s muffing of even the most basic questions ... until and unless she had been briefed to death on them. This is NOT the fault of the McCain handlers because she has continued to exhibit these traits even in recent interviews. I do not understand why you will not just admit she''s not that bright and she certainly isn''t educated. I have lots of other issues with her, but even if I adored her, that would be enough not to vote for her.
Posted by blforo08 at 05:31 PM : Nov 25, 2008
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800 wolves killed from helicopter so far this year and additional 14 pups. Impossible to know how many were left wounded and dying. What a good feeling she must have. Good thing she believes in "Right to Life" or we''d really be in trouble.
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